American Freestyle Karate • Modern Arnis • Self-Defense

AFTER SCHOOL KARATE PROGRAM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What is the After School Karate Program?
A: It is a program which offers many of the conveniences of day care and the benefits of martial arts training.

Q: How does it work?
A: We pick your child after school and transport him/her to our school. They have snack time, game time, a martial arts class followed by a quiet time for reading, homework and general winding down before being picked up by parents. As an added bonus, on school in service days and some holidays where parents work, our school is open from 7:30 AM so that you can have your child be here at the school while you work for no extra cost.

Q: What are the benefits of martial arts training?
A: Self confidence, self control, self respect, respect for others and manners as well as increased ability to concentrate and take responsibility for his or her actions. Parents have found that martial arts training has a direct relationship with improvement of their children's school grades.

Q: How many times a week do they train?
A: Five classes a week.

Q: How late do the children stay at the school?
A: The latest pick up time is 6:00 PM with a grace period of 15 minutes. You may, however, pick your child up before then if you wish.

Q: How do you treat children with ADHD or ADD?
A: Like any other child. We feel that children who have an abundance of energy or who haven't developed their concentration yet get these abilities through martial arts training. Energetic children learn to channel their energy and children who let their attention wander learn to focus and concentrate. With martial arts, this can be accomplished without medication or drugs.

Q: What experience do you have with children?
A: Aside from being a father, I have personally taught a children's program in Gresham since 1985 and have taught martial arts to students, including children, since 1969. I have students who began training with me at age 5 who are now Black belts. Every coach in my program is personally trained by me.

Q: How much does it cost?
A: The cost is $70 per week for the first child and 10% off for each succeeding child.

Q: When can my child start the program?
A: Your child can start right away.